The early annals of the Presentation Congregation record that the Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple was the date chosen by Nano in 1782, to receive two young women into the novitiate. Nano’s choice of this day for this ceremony, indicates that this Feast had a special place in her spirituality. Following Nano’s death, her fledging Congregation continued to ...
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Mary, who knows how to listen
The Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple is celebrated by all Presentation people throughout the world. Mary, who knows how to listen. In the lead up to November 21st, Presentation Day we share together a period of reflection and prayer. “As we make this journey, let us be inspired by mystery seen at the heart of Mary. ...
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Presentation Day holds particular significance for Presentation people everywhere. It is more than just a day, a feast, a celebration. It holds the resonance and inspiration for the call and response by Nano Nagle, who gave of herself to make a difference to the lives of those kept poor. But more than that, her passion was to enable those she ...
Read More »Presentation Day Novena 2022
The Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple takes place on 21st November each year. This is a Feast that is celebrated with great joy throughout the world, wherever there are Presentation people. The content of this year’s novena has been prepared by Sisters Mary Kealy, Lois Greene, Prema Antony and Sheila Reen who have put together these ...
Read More »Called to say “Yes”!
Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Reflection Today on the Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple we celebrate the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in communion with thousands of Presentation People and Friends of Nano around the world. This feast day story is not found in the Bible, but it helps us imagine ...
Read More »Our Presentation Day Novena
The Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple takes place on Sunday, 21st November 2021. This is a Feast that is celebrated with great joy throughout the world, wherever there are Presentation people. The content of this year’s novena has been prepared by Sisters from the Conference of Presentation Sisters* who have put together these inspiring reflections. Together ...
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As we celebrate Presentation Day may our lives be filled with love and may our world be healed through the grace of Mary our Mother, and her precious Son, Jesus Christ. ~ the Provincial Leadership Team – Presentation Sisters Union (North East Ireland) Before Jesus was his Mother Before Jesus was his mother. Before supper in the upper room, breakfast ...
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‘Mary of the Presentation’ has a very particular relevance to the spirit and life of Presentation Sisters. This feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple (Presentation Day) celebrated on 21st of November each year as our Congregational Feast, provides an opportunity to recognise and contemplate the resonance of Mary’s life journey in our own lives. The nine days ...
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